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Global Markets & Equities 15 Nov 2026, 02:00 PM IST

IEA Sees Global Oil Market Swinging Back to Surplus as Gulf Exports Recover

The International Energy Agency says the global oil market is moving back into surplus as Gulf exports recover and supply disruptions ease, reversing the tighter conditions that supported prices in recent months. The shift raises the prospect of softer crude benchmarks ahead, even as geopolitical risks and uneven demand continue to cloud the outlook.

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World Politics & Diplomacy03 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

Trump’s Iran Threat Reignites Gulf Fears of a War It Did Not Choose

President Donald Trump’s renewed threats against Iran have revived deep anxieties across the Gulf, where governments fear being pulled into a confrontation they did not start and cannot easily contain. From the United Arab Emirates to other regional capitals, officials and analysts warn that military escalation would offer no quick exit and could endanger shipping, energy markets and fragile diplomatic balances.

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World Politics & Diplomacy02 Nov 2026, 08:00 PM IST

UAE Warns Military Action Offers No Quick Exit From Iran Crisis

The United Arab Emirates said military options would not provide a swift resolution to the escalating crisis surrounding Iran, underscoring Gulf anxiety that any strike could trigger wider retaliation and regional disruption. The warning comes as Gulf capitals brace for the possibility that U.S.-Iran tensions could spill into shipping lanes, energy markets and already fragile diplomatic channels.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy30 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Morbi Exporters Resume Gulf Shipments, but FY27 Outlook Still Points to a 40% Drop

Exporters in Morbi have begun tentatively resuming shipments to Gulf markets after disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz, offering only partial relief to a ceramics cluster already under strain. With nearly 40% of units still shut, industry participants warn that exports in FY27 could shrink by as much as 40% unless freight stability and market access improve quickly.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal Policy29 Oct 2026, 02:00 PM IST

Morbi Exporters Resume Gulf Shipments, But FY27 Outlook Still Points to a 40% Slide

Morbi’s ceramic exporters have begun cautiously resuming shipments to Gulf markets after a disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz, offering only partial relief to a cluster already under severe strain. Industry executives say nearly 40% of units remain shut, and even with trade routes reopening, FY27 exports could still shrink by as much as 40% if demand and logistics do not normalize quickly.

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World Politics & Diplomacy23 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Iran Says Seven Vessels Hit in Strait of Hormuz, Warns U.S. of Wider Response

Iran said seven vessels were struck in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically sensitive shipping lanes, and warned the United States against any further escalation. The reported attacks have intensified fears of a broader confrontation in the Gulf, where even limited incidents can quickly reverberate through global energy markets and maritime security planning.

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World Politics & Diplomacy16 Oct 2026, 02:16 PM IST

Iran’s Precision Strikes Exposed Gulf Weakness, Complicating U.S. War Planning

Iran’s recent strikes on Gulf infrastructure have reportedly hit at least 84 sites, exposing vulnerabilities in water, power and other critical systems across the region. The damage, and the political sensitivity around it, appears to have complicated U.S. military planning by underscoring how quickly a wider conflict could spill into civilian infrastructure and regional stability.

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Global Markets & Equities08 Oct 2026, 06:11 AM IST

Oil Prices Surge Above $100 as Strait of Hormuz Attacks and Gulf Storm Risk Shake Markets

Oil prices climbed above the $100 mark as renewed attacks on shipping in and around the Strait of Hormuz collided with fresh concerns over a Gulf storm threat, intensifying fears of supply disruption in one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. The move underscores how quickly geopolitical risk and weather-related uncertainty can overwhelm broader supply optimism in global crude markets.

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Global Markets & Equities08 Oct 2026, 04:17 AM IST

10-Year Treasury Yield Pulls Back After Strong Auction Calms Demand Fears

U.S. Treasury yields eased from their session highs after a solid sale of 10-year notes reassured investors that demand for government debt remains intact even near multi-decade yield peaks. The retreat followed a sharp run-up that had pushed the benchmark 10-year yield to its highest level in 24 years, reflecting persistent concern over heavy supply and elevated borrowing costs.

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Global Markets & Equities07 Oct 2026, 08:20 PM IST

Oil Prices Surge Above $100 as Strait of Hormuz Attacks and Gulf Storm Risk Stoke Supply Fears

Oil prices climbed above the $100-a-barrel threshold as traders priced in escalating risks to supply routes in the Middle East, with renewed attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and a developing Gulf storm system amplifying market anxiety. The move underscores how quickly geopolitical shocks can overwhelm signs of improving output and keep energy markets on edge.

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World Politics & Diplomacy06 Oct 2026, 12:13 PM IST

Seven Tankers Hit in Strait of Hormuz as U.S. Warns Iran’s Strike Capability Is Improving

A fresh wave of attacks on oil tankers in and around the Strait of Hormuz has intensified fears over the security of one of the world’s most critical energy corridors. A U.S. official has acknowledged that Iran’s targeting capabilities continue to improve, underscoring the growing precision and persistence of maritime threats in the Gulf.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 11:01 AM IST

Oil Edges Higher as Gulf Tensions Collide With Strong Middle East Supply

Oil prices firmed as traders balanced renewed security risks in the Gulf against evidence that Middle Eastern exports remain resilient. The market is caught between the possibility of shipping disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz and signs that regional producers are still moving crude and fuel into global markets.

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Global Markets & Equities06 Oct 2026, 06:18 AM IST

Middle East Oil Exports Top Pre-War Levels Despite Rising Tensions, Data Show

Middle East crude exports have climbed above pre-war levels even as attacks and shipping risks in the Gulf intensify, according to data cited by Al Jazeera. The resilience of flows is helping pressure oil prices lower, but analysts warn that the market remains vulnerable to any disruption around the Strait of Hormuz.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace05 Oct 2026, 11:03 PM IST

Northrop Grumman’s Talon Blue Combat Drone Takes Flight, Signaling a New Phase in U.S. Airpower

Northrop Grumman’s Talon Blue collaborative combat aircraft has completed its first flight, marking a notable milestone in the Pentagon’s push to field autonomous wingmen for manned fighters. The development underscores how quickly the U.S. defense industry is moving to turn next-generation air combat concepts into operational hardware, with implications for procurement, competition, and future aerospace spending.

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Big Tech, Cloud & Semiconductors04 Oct 2026, 09:38 PM IST

Venus’ Mysterious Haze May Be Cosmic Dust, Not Chemistry Alone

A new physical model suggests that Venus’ long-debated atmospheric haze can be explained by a combination of iron dust and sulfuric acid, offering a cleaner fit to the planet’s observed properties than chemistry alone. The finding could sharpen scientific understanding of Venus’ atmosphere and influence future mission planning as researchers revisit one of the solar system’s most enigmatic worlds.

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Defence, Intelligence & Aerospace04 Oct 2026, 08:01 AM IST

Idaho Army National Guard Carries Out Three Rescue Missions in Three Days

The Idaho Army National Guard completed three successful search-and-rescue missions over a three-day period beginning Sept. 16, supporting local agencies in remote areas of Ada and Custer counties. The operations underscore the Guard’s continuing role as a rapid-response asset for difficult terrain, limited access, and time-sensitive emergencies across Idaho.

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India Entertainment & CultureJust now (01:16 PM IST)

Krishna Takes the Stage in Hyderabad as Technology Rewrites Mythological Theatre

As Rajadhiraaj Yatra brings the story of Krishna to Hyderabad, the city is witnessing a broader shift in how mythological theatre is conceived, staged, and experienced. Traditional practitioners and contemporary producers alike are using projection, immersive sound, lighting design, and digital scenography to refresh a form long rooted in devotional performance and live spectacle.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (01:29 AM IST)

Jaishankar Calls Targeting of Commercial Shipping and Seafarers 'Simply Unacceptable' Amid Gulf Conflict

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said attacks or threats aimed at commercial shipping and seafarers are “simply unacceptable,” as India pressed for restraint and de-escalation amid rising tensions in the Gulf. New Delhi underscored the wider economic stakes, warning that disruptions to maritime security could endanger civilians, energy supplies, commerce and the interests of developing countries.

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Macro Economy & Fiscal PolicyJust now (02:17 PM IST)

Jaishankar calls attacks on commercial shipping and seafarers 'simply unacceptable' amid Gulf conflict

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said targeting commercial shipping and seafarers was “simply unacceptable” as India pressed for restraint and de-escalation in the Gulf conflict. His remarks underscored New Delhi’s concern that widening hostilities could endanger civilians, disrupt energy supplies, raise freight costs and deepen pressure on developing economies.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (02:44 AM IST)

Kashkari Says Inflation Remains Too High Despite Softer PCE, While Labor Market Stays Solid

Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis President Neel Kashkari said inflation remains “still too high” even after the latest personal consumption expenditures report came in softer than expected, underscoring that the Fed is not ready to declare victory. In an exclusive CNBC interview with Steve Liesman, Kashkari also described the U.S. labor market as “pretty good,” a combination that points to a central bank still balancing disinflation progress against a resilient economy.

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Clean Energy & Climate TransitionJust now (02:02 AM IST)

Feathered Dinosaur Fossil Points to Multiple Origins of Flight in Bird Relatives

A newly identified feathered dinosaur from China is challenging a long-held assumption that the machinery for flight evolved along a single evolutionary path in the lineage leading to birds. Researchers say the fossil shows a striking combination of bird-like traits that may indicate flight-related anatomy emerged more than once among close dinosaur relatives.

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